Time for a quick update on the TV world as we approach May sweeps!
- ABC Picking Up After CBS: It looks like ABC will have two shows in their lineup next season from CBS, though neither are too stellar. The New Adventures of Old Christine will likely be paired with The Middle during ABC’s comedy night, and The Ghost Whisperer, which produced by ABC Studios, will probably pick up the void left by a drama that won’t be back next year (Lost for sure, probably FlashForward, and maybe V). The move of Old Christine is part of a comedy house clearing by CBS, who is only keeping How I Met Your Mother, The Big Bang Theory, and Two and a Half Men, provided Charlie Sheen signs a contract extension. More Here
- Chuck looks safe: Though not officially renewed, it looks like Chuck will be back for a fourth season. Evidently, the NBC execs have been pleased with the numbers the show has been getting, and though nothing is set in stone yet, it looks like it will return. More Here
- Parenthood renewed: NBC had a lot riding on Parenthood, and so far, it seems to be paying off. The show has done well in the ratings, and really well in the rich demographic ($100,000+ households) and has been #1 in the 18-49 demographic. The show has steadily improved since the pilot, with the cast figuring things out, so I’ll be glad to see it back next year. More Here
- Heroes probably returning?: Michael Ausiello recently was asked about the status of Heroes, and he responded, “The latest is that there’s a 60 percent chance the show will be back for a series-ending 13-episode run.” Sounds like the slide further to the bottom for a once great show will continue.
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Speaking of TV, did you guys catch Conan on 60 Minutes last night?
I really like Conan but I’m not going to lie…he probably shouldn’t have done that interview. It made him look really pathetic and for the first time, it actually made it hard for me to sympathize with a man that a) has a great career, b) walked away with over 30 million dollars, c) is still doing comedy –and loves his job and d) will have a new show with endless creative possibilities coming soon.
Haven’t seen it yet, but Gawker said something similar. I think part of the problem is that he did it as soon as the window opened for him to do it. He probably should have waited till he had an actual show to promote.